Shelly Manufacturing Jewellers is a family business located in Shelly Centre. It is run by the owners, Kay Chalmers with 45 years’ experience in jewellery, and her son Shelby Boland, who has been a jeweller for 22 years. “We do jewellery repairs fast and efficiently and your jewellery never leaves the premises,” says Kay. “Plus all our work is guaranteed.”

“Our staff are well trained, friendly and very efficient and we are well known for our honesty with customers.” Shelly Jewellers is known not only for its jewellery, but also for reliable service and pride themselves on exceptional service delivery.

“We are thankful to have the support of our locals because of our friendliness, service and workmanship.” “Our store sells a range of fine gold jewellery, silver and watches. We continue to see customers searching for a specific piece of jewellery and we are happy to quote on custom-made pieces according to a customer’s desires.”

“We have been in our current location in Shelly Centre for 24 years and our reputation and reliability has never been questioned,” said Kay.

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Getting married? Then this is the one boutique where you will find all the latest dashingly sophisticated looks with the focus on fashionable elegance. Whether you need wedding attire for groom or groomsmen, or you need some tips on the right men’s wedding guest attire, we can guide you in the right direction. If you’re looking for the the latest men’s fashion wedding trends, the one thing you can always expect from His Place Men’s Boutique is expert style advice with a clear focus on value. This boutique also offers the highest quality boots, shoes, sandals and other men’s accessories made of finest quality including belts, ties, bow ties, handkerchiefs, socks and cuff-links. Whether you choose to hire or purchase a suit or tuxedo for that special day in your life, every outfit is tailored to enhance your looks. Weddings dictate a highly formal and specific dress code and we will dress you to set you apart from the rest. It’s all about the personal touch and we know all the finer details when it comes to weddings. We help you express your own personal and refined style.

Winner of the ‘Best Coastal Wedding Venue 2017/18’ award (Top Vendor), TripAdvisor Certificate of Excellence and many other awards, this special hotel can be found on the lovely leafy south coast of KwaZulu Natal.  From dreamy tropical destination beach weddings, intimate poolside ceremonies and idyllic honeymoons, celebrate all you dream of in this coastal paradise Oozing warm sophistication with panoramic sea views and known for friendly service excellence, Umthunzi Hotel is a gem on this delightful and adventurous coastline. At this exclusively upmarket, affordable venue Umthunzi will customise exactly what you need within your budget.  Offering a variety of delicious menu options, deluxe accommodation for your loved ones, 4 venue reception options and, to tie the knot, the beautiful poolside Milkwood chapel. For the bridal couple or honeymooners, be spoiled in the magnificent Milkwood Bridal Suite – the best bridal suite on the South Coast of KZN. Look out over stunning Indian Ocean views from your private balcony, relax in your air-conditioned spacious suite that offers a percale draped round bed, double shower, spa bath and cuddly gowns plus lounge and dressing area. Every bride has dreams that she wants to come true for her special day. And what better than in glorious tropical leafy surroundings with soft ocean breezes and the sound of waves kissing the shore? Umthunzi is a place in paradise where your dreams CAN come true. +27 (39) 695-0852  |  reservations@umthunzi.co.za  |  www.umthunzi.co.za

The Wild Coast – South Africa’s most spectacular & yet least touristy region with its rocky coastline, indigenous forests, secluded coves and many river mouths. All this is on your doorstep at Umngazi, an award winning resort & spa. The thatch-roofed bungalows are situated amongst the indigenous gardens which provide the perfect setting for a totally relaxed and unforgettable honeymoon. Umngazi orchestrates unforgettable romantic honeymoons and has earned a reputation as one of South Africa’s premier romantic destinations. Special Honeymoon Bungalows have been designed to provide privacy and added pampering, while our spectacular Spa provides idyllic romantic treatments for two. The dedicated and experienced therapists use imported and locally made body products to ensure guests leave feeling relaxed, pampered and rejuvenated. Weekly fly-in packages are available Friday to Friday from Virginia Airport in Durban where you fly at 500 feet above sea level along the beautiful coastline – a wonderful way to start your honeymoon. During their out of season periods, Umngazi are able to create memorable intimate weddings for up to 50 people. To find out more about this truly memorable destination please contact Umngazi River Bungalows and Spa on (047) 564 1115/6/8/9 or visit website www.umngazi.co.za

Purple House Trends has a unique style of fashionable clothing. The entire look is modern with an extra touch of subtle elegance perfect for the mother of the bride. So if you’re looking for a refined fashion style, this store has a stunning range of eye-catching pieces, whether you want to make a bold statement, adopt a more comfortable vintage girly look or be more understated and sophisticated, you will find everything you need right here. Owner Cynthia pays close attention to detail and has filled her delightful store with some of the most glamorous and classy pieces including intricate embroidery or even some vibrant colour to add a dash of pizzazz. You will discover a large selection of fashion accessories, hats and belts to complete your look. It’s stylish, sophisticated and yet not overpriced. There’s no need to go anywhere else, Purple House Trends will dress the mother of the bride from head to toe with a look that matches your personal style.

Every year millions of couples will tie the knot for better or for worse but the one thing that will stand out when people remember your wedding, is the entertainment. Using a DJ could leave guests feeling bored and does not live up to the real entertainment that comes with hiring a professional. You want people to enjoy themselves and hiring a wedding singer has all the benefits. Jesse James is well known in these parts and he spends time curating the right songs and will entertain your guests with ease. The right music can make your big day all the more memorable. Music sets a tone, stirs up emotions and shares a message with your guests. There is something that happens when you source the right entertainment, it’s all about the personal touch and there is something rather compelling about having a wedding singer on stage. It’s all about making your event extra special. It’s for this very reason that hiring a good singer will add a sense of fun to the occasion and not only will Jesse keep your guests happy but you will also find yourself toe-tapping to his catchy tunes. In the words of Stevie Wonder, “Music is a world within itself, it’s a language we all understand.” Contact Jesse James at 060 635 3535. Chinese proverb. “Love is of all … “Where words fail, music speaks.

The time of marriage is also the time for Estate Planning. The Antenuptial Contract must be executed with a Notary Public before the marriage and should be viewed as Estate Planning. The Antenuptial Contract will deal with what happens to your assets at the dissolution of marriage (by death or divorce). Marriage is also an important time to consider your Wills. It is very important that once children arrive that you consider creating a testamentary trust in your Will. This will ensure you dictate who looks after your assets and who provides for your children. When entering into an Antenuptial Contract with the Accrual System you are permitted to exclude assets you already own, i.e. paid up house, car, furniture, investments and pensions. Consulting with a Notary will give you the opportunity to consider various options and enter into the contract that suits your needs. The Antenuptial Contract automatically provides for the Accrual System or you can expressly exclude it. The Accrual simply means that the party with the smaller estate has the right to share in the accrual of the other spouse on dissolution of marriage (death or divorce). During the subsistence of the marriage, with or without the accrual, two separate estates exist. Each spouse manages and controls his or her own estate and can freely alienate, hypothecate, pledge and spend their assets. If a spouse is squandering his or her estate to prejudice the other, a Court Order may be obtained to cause a spouse to desist from such conduct. Assets which are excluded from the accrual: * assets excluded in the Antenuptial Contract; * inheritances, legacy and or donations; * and damages (i.e. disability payment received by a spouse). This is an important step before marriage so you are well advised to seek advice from a reputable professional such as Barry, Botha & Breytenbach Attorneys. Phone number: 039 682 5540. Email Address: general@bbbinc.co.za. Website: www.bbbinc.co.za

So you want to buy a house?

In fact, property is one of the best ways to secure your financial future. But there are some things you need to know. Here are some important hints and tips on what to look out for to make sure you make the right investment. First you need to have some money saved for a deposit or make sure you manage your finances well so that your credit record is in good standing.  Next, some good advice would be to look for the worst house in the best street, that way you know you’ve bought in the right area to secure your investment. Yes, it’s all about location.   You will probably need to start with a fixer-upper and then quickly learn to be rather hands-on to save money and Google offers a wealth of information regarding DIY. But, that being said, even though you might need to buy that ‘cheapie’, it is also important to check that the house doesn’t have serious hidden problems which can become a nightmare for 1st time homeowners.  This is why getting advice from someone with a trained eye will avert many tears and heartache in the future. You don’t want to throw good money after bad. Things to look out for: – Check that the house doesn’t have leaks. Water marks on the ceiling are tell-tale signs of a leaking roof which is very costly to repair in the long term. – If you’re allergic to dust, you might want to pull up carpets. What do the floors look like underneath? Are they wood or concrete? Wood will need sealing and varnishing and concrete can be resurfaced with a decorative screed. – Make a note of fixtures, doors, window frames and light fittings, as these will all be pricey to replace if damaged. – What work needs to be done to the kitchen and bathroom? Can they be transformed with minor tweaks? A coat of paint, new tiles, more modern appliances? – Look for signs that parts of the house have been touched up with a fresh paint job in preparing the home for sale. Rising damp and mould can be a nightmare to detect and repair properly. The easy part is buying the house, the tricky part is maintaining it. It means you will have to learn to be really creative. But it can also be fun and a learning experience and together you can turn that house into a home. If you’re looking to buy a house or a flat, contact East Coast Realtors who have lots of property for sale on the lower south coast from Port Edward to Hibberdene and who will give you the best advice on buying the home of your dreams.